Jonathan Deer Jewellery reviews

11 Sep 16'

Laura reviewed: Introduction to anticlastic raising workshop

"I couldn't recommend this course higher! Jonathan is an absolute pleasure to be taught by, he is very patient, able to cater to needs, very informative. The experience I had was a hands on course and came away with two copper pieces, one silver and a piece from fold forming. The whole day is so much fun!!! I started this course with absolutely no idea what I was walking into and walked away with a bank of knowledge and a thirst to learn so much more. Like said above couldn't recomend any higher! Also included was a very tasty lunch!"

8 Aug 16'

Fiona Tripp reviewed: 1 day Introduction to Silver Jewellery Making - Arts Lounge Swaffham

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course! Jonathan is a patient and thorough teacher and I learnt so much about the silver jewellery making process. I came away with a pair of earrings and a bangle so absolutely delighted. I would recommend this course and in fact I am looking to do another one!"

19 Jul 16'

Robin Nash reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"This was a great experience, I am a qualified teacher and Jonathan is a very good teacher, I had one to one tuition from him. He was very structured but relaxed, knew exactly what he wanted to achieve in the given time and was confident that we could do what I wanted in the time. I was not so sure but of course he was right. I came away with two simple silver rings and the confidence that I could repeat the process on my own. He has a great small workshop in the garage of his home with all of the tools you will need and some great ones you probably wont. He supplied me with coffee and biscuits throughout and a lovely lunch (Great Cambazola). I will be attending a second day for Gem setting, can't wait. Highly reccommended."

20 Jun 16'

Desnee Cunnane reviewed: 2 Day Silver Jewellery Making Course - Ely

"Jonathan provided a wonderful supportive and fun learning experience . He shared his experience and skills with great enthusiam , patience and generosity . The two days gave time to look in more depth at the various techniques and how they can be used to create a piece of jewellery that is your own creation. There was a good mixture of hands on experience and informative 121 tutoring in using materials and tools. The information sheets were extremely comprehensive and I left full of ideas , three beautiful pieces of jewellery and a desire to take my new found craft further."

19 Jun 16'

Charly Mace reviewed: 2 Day Silver Jewellery Making Course - Ely

"I had a wonderful time on this course. Jonathan is an excellent teacher, we all had a great deal of fun as well as learning a lot of techniques. I managed to come away making 3 pieces of beautiful jewellery, I have definitely got the bug and shall continue to persue my new found love of silversmithing. I really hope to join Jonathan again on another one of his courses or some one on one tutoring in the future."

2 Jun 16'

Louise Pope reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"Great day with Jonathan last week. It was such fun and I learned a lot about jewellery making in a short space of time. Patient tutor and knows his stuff!"

24 May 16'

Joyce Bramton reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"I'd found the course through Craft Courses and tried a day session with Jonathan, coming some distance as I couldn't find any courses closer to where I am based. It was worth every effort I made to travel. He is a very knowledgable tutor and clearly knows his craft. The day was very well structured and I now feel able to take this wonderful craft further. Great day and wonderful value"

21 Apr 16'

Jacques Wood reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"I had a fantastic day, Jonathan was able to give excellent 1-to-1 tutoring. I was able to apply hands on skills from other disciplines, and if you're confident, he'll push you to make ever more intricate items, even if it's your first time. I took the course just to try something different, I left with useful information and plenty of ideas and I now want to continue it further."

21 Apr 16'

Amber Blackburn reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"Had a lovely day with my husband on the 1 Day course provided by Jonathan. We gained a really in-depth knowledge of the basics of silver jewellery making and were surprised at how much we managed to fit in. The course materials are really useful and will be used for future reference when we start buying our own tools to get started. We came away with two beautiful rings that we couldn't believe we had made ourselves. Totally enjoyable and informative experience and would highly recommend it."

17 Apr 16'

Gail Wright reviewed: 1 day Introduction to Silver Jewellery Making - Arts Lounge Swaffham

"I had such an enjoyable day. Jonathan is an excellent teacher and a very nice chap. We all learned so much and at the same time had good fun. I opted to make a cuff and am delighted with it. I would recommend this course to anyone."

15 Apr 16'

Penny Bennett reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"What a brilliant day. A good mixture of instruction and hands on learning very much geared to the learning style of myself and my friend who attended this one day course with Jonathan. We felt that we learnt a great deal and received lots of encouragement from a very patient tutor. As two complete novices it was certainly a great way to start silversmithing whether you intend to develop this into a new hobby or just do the day for enjoyment. We look forward to doing another day as we were both delighted with our finished pieces and we are keen to learn more. Highly recommended day!"

2 Apr 16'

Carol Banks reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"A brilliant workshop with Jonathan. Clear tuition with lots of encouragement and sharing of knowledge. A very generous tutor. Workshop well set up with an array of amazing tools! Plenty of tea, chat and yummy biscuits ... Plus a fab spinner ring at the end of the day. All in all a great result!"

29 Mar 16'

Doug Narding reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"Was given a gift voucher for one of Jonathan's course as a Christmas present, to be honest was a bit skeptical at first as it was well out of my comfort zone...but, wow, what a day, have now totally been bitten by the silver bug. Jonathan's straight forward explanation of how to do things made me feel comfortable from the beginning, we worked through the basics and his support and mentoring was invaluable. Can't recommend it enough, whether you are a complete novice like me or someone with some idea about jewellery making."

18 Mar 16'

Hannah Dennis reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"I had a brilliant day at Jonathan's jewellery making workshop. He made me feel very comfortable as I had never made any jewellery before!! It was a fun and relaxed day and I ended up coming home with a lovely pair of earrings and a new hobby! I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to start jewellery making or to improve their skills!"

16 Mar 16'

Gemma Keenan reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"Had a great day with Jonathan and learnt loads about jewellery making. I managed to make some lovely earrings and have some ideas about a pendant that I want to make. It was a really good experience (and the biscuits were lovely) and I came away with lots of extra materials. Well recommended"

15 Mar 16'

Juliet Spence reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"I was a bit nervous about learning silver jewellery making as I’d had a few bad experiences in the past with courses with too many people enrolled and not getting any attention from the tutor. After a session in Ely though, all my nerves went away. Thanks for a great day and the experience, I even came away with a beautiful ring. Your enthusiasm, knowledge and experience are very evident and you are a patient tutor, letting me learn through doing things and helping when needed. Brilliant!"